Murdoch Perk Closing July 31

Murdoch Perk(5400 Murdoch Avenue; 314-752-9126) will close on Tuesday, July 31, the South Hampton cafe announced on its Facebook page today. Co-owner Ed Gartner confirms the news to Gut Check, saying that Murdoch Perk is closing for "economic reasons." Read the complete announcement from Murdoch Perk after the jump.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Murdoch Perk will be closing its doors as of July 31. We'd like to thank all of you for your support, & for making us feel welcome in the neighborhood & the community. We have loved serving you & keeping you caffeinated these past 5 1/2 years.